How to see MacBook battery health and when is it time for a replacement?

Whether you’re wondering how your MacBook battery health is doing or having regular issues with battery life, it’s easy to check in macOS Settings. Read along for how to see MacBook battery health, tips on when to get a replacement, charge cycle expectations, and more. Apple’s modern feature long lasting batteries but they’re still a consumable part.

Below we’ll cover how to check your battery health (capacity) and condition. We’ll also look at how to see your battery cycle count, what to expect from a normal MacBook battery, and when it might be time for a battery replacement. How to see MacBook battery health Here’s how that looks in macOS Sonoma: And to see your current battery cycle count, head to System Settings > General > About > System Report > Power > Health Information.

When should you replace a MacBook battery? In the US, MacBook battery replacements are covered under the one year included warranty or with AppleCare. But if you’re out of warranty coverage, Apple charges a $159 249 fee for the MacBook battery replacement service. Check with if you want to set up an appointment to get more details about your laptop..